CVE-2025-11365 is a blind SQL Injection vulnerability identified in the WP Google Map Plugin for WordPress, specifically in all versions up to and including 1.0. The vulnerability arises from improper neutralization of special elements in SQL commands (CWE-89), where the 'id' parameter of the 'google_map' shortcode is not properly escaped or prepared before being incorporated into SQL queries. This allows an attacker with authenticated access at the Contributor level or above to append additional SQL statements to the existing query. Because the injection is blind, attackers cannot directly see query results but can infer data through timing or error-based techniques. The flaw does not require user interaction but does require authentication, which lowers the attack complexity but limits exposure to authenticated users. The vulnerability impacts confidentiality by enabling unauthorized extraction of sensitive database information, but it does not affect data integrity or availability. No patches or known exploits are currently publicly available, but the vulnerability is published and should be addressed promptly. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 6.5, indicating a medium severity level, with network attack vector, low attack complexity, and privileges required. The scope is unchanged, and the impact is high on confidentiality only.

The primary impact of CVE-2025-11365 is the unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information stored in the WordPress database, which may include user data, site configuration, or other confidential content. Since the vulnerability allows blind SQL Injection, attackers can systematically extract data, potentially leading to privacy violations, intellectual property theft, or further compromise through information gathering. The requirement for Contributor-level authentication limits the attack surface to users who already have some level of access, but this is a relatively low privilege level in WordPress, making exploitation feasible in many environments. The vulnerability does not affect data integrity or availability, so it does not enable data modification or denial of service. However, the exposure of sensitive data can have serious consequences, including regulatory non-compliance, reputational damage, and facilitation of subsequent attacks. Organizations running WordPress sites with this plugin installed are at risk, especially if they allow multiple contributors or have weak access controls. The lack of known public exploits reduces immediate risk but does not eliminate it, as attackers may develop exploits in the future.

To mitigate CVE-2025-11365, organizations should first check for any official patches or updates from the plugin vendor and apply them immediately once available. In the absence of patches, administrators should consider disabling or uninstalling the WP Google Map Plugin until a fix is released. Restrict Contributor-level access strictly to trusted users and review user roles to minimize the number of accounts with sufficient privileges to exploit this vulnerability. Implement Web Application Firewall (WAF) rules that detect and block suspicious SQL injection patterns targeting the 'id' parameter in the 'google_map' shortcode. Conduct regular security audits and monitoring of database queries and logs to detect anomalous activity indicative of SQL injection attempts. Additionally, consider employing parameterized queries or prepared statements in custom code to prevent injection vulnerabilities. Educate site administrators and developers about secure coding practices and the risks of SQL injection. Finally, maintain regular backups of the WordPress site and database to enable recovery in case of compromise.